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Originally Posted by Smokin Gator
Frank lots of purist would say you didn't smoke salmon unless it was with alder. To each his own... I like apple and you should be able to find some of that laying around in NC!!! I always brine the salmon first, but I can't really tell you why. I just always have.
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I agree, alder, while good, might not be the be-all, end-all, best-of-all wood for everyone's tastes.
I like alder for cheese, but actually prefer a light mesquite for salmon, but am going to try some lemon wood this year once the branches finish drying.
Frank,
Here's a pair of good salmon recipes:
http://www.virtualweberbullet.com/cook.html#fish